Operation

OPERATION

Following are brief descriptions of the systems that the WIN controls.

IGNITION SWITCH

The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) incorporates an integral ignition switch that consists of four rotary positions with three detent positions and one spring-loaded position. The one extreme clockwise position shall be spring-loaded momentary contact "START" position. When released from the "START" position, the switch shall automatically return to the detent "ON" position. The other position include a detent "ACCESSORY" position and a detent"LOCK" position.

The WIN reads the position of the ignition switch and transmits via vehicle bus. These positions include "LOCK" with ignition key-out, "LOCK" with ignition key-in, "ACCESSORY" , "RUN" and "START" .

SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (SKIS)

Upon failure of proper Sentry Key Immobilizer (SKIS) communication to the Powertrain Control Module, (PCM), the PCM will shut off fuel after two seconds of run time. The engine will not re-crank on the key cycle that the failure occurred, a full key down sequence must be performed for the engine to crank againVehicle Theft Security - Operation.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), transmitter uses radio frequency signals to communicate with the WIN across can bus.Operation

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING (TPM)

The Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system uses radio and sensor technology to monitor tire air pressure levels.Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) - Operation.

REMOTE START WITH/EXTENDED RANGE ANTENNA

Further information concerning the Remote Start System can be located in Starting System Starting - Operation

BRAKE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER INTERLOCK (BTSI)

The Brake Transmission Shifter/Ignition Interlock (BTSI) is controlled by the WIN and prevents the transmission gear shifter from being moved out of PARK without a driver in place.Operation